Disgusting reason Australian beach closes

Australian beaches are known for being some of the most beautiful and pristine in the world, but that’s not the case at one popular beach in South Australia.

Beachgoers have been told to stay away from the water at Christies Beach after a disgusting surprise was found in the water.

According to the Advertiser, wastewater was being released into the water from the Christies Beach Wastewater Treatment Plant on Saturday morning, leading to visitors being at risk of illness.

“People who come into contact with un-disinfected wastewater could experience gastrointestinal illness, including diarrhoea and vomiting,” South Australia Health principal water quality adviser, Dr David Cunliffe, said.

“If people come into contact with the wastewater and develop an illness they should contact their medical practitioner.”

A community in New South Wales this year faced a similar ordeal when Coogee Beach was threatened by water pollution caused by stormwater being pumped onto the beach following heavier than usual downpours.